NAAFLS is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation (ACCO) and independent Family Violence Prevention Legal Service (FVPLS).We are the only victim-based Aboriginal legal service in remote communities in the Top End region of the NT.We have offices in Darwin (Larrakia land), Katherine (Jawoyn, Dagoman and Wardaman land) and Nhulunbuy (Yol?u land), and service over 40 remote communities within the Top End region spanning from the Tiwi Islands down to Lajamanu, Wadeye and across to Borroloola.
We provide culturally sensitive legal advice, assistance, representation, and support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Top End communities who have experienced domestic, family, and sexual violence.We offer the unique opportunity to work collaboratively alongside client support officers and case workers, which are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identified roles, to ensure that our service is culturally safe and holistic.This holistic and culturally appropriate model of service sets us apart; seeking practical community-based solutions to the most complex legal problems.Our primary practice areas are family law, child protection, and domestic violence; though we frequently intervene in coronial inquiries, parliamentary inquiries, and other administrative or criminal proceedings as required.ABOUT THE ROLE
As part of NAAFLS strategic plan, an organisational goal is to increase our capacity and expertise to deliver
'throughcare'
support and holistic case management for our clients and their families.The Therapeutic Lead will be responsible for identifying and implementing a culturally appropriate strength-based case management framework which will include developing internal supervision processes to support a growing team of First Nations case workers to deliver best practice holistic case management to our clients.The Therapeutic Lead will also work in partnership with the NAAFLS Legal Team and Child protection Notification and Referral Program project team to develop a model and program of Aboriginal Family-led Decision Making / Family Dispute Resolution to be delivered by NAAFLS.This program will empower families to navigate the child protection system and lead decision making about the care, safety and well-being of their children.This position will be based in Darwin but will require regular travel to Katherine and the Big Rivers Region.HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested in this position, please access further information and the selection criteria at www.naafls.com.au on the 'Who we Are - Work with Us' tab or email ****** Close
Monday 4 November 2024Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
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